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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, Narrative.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. According to Chapter 6, what is the purpose of withholding information from a reader?
(a) To frustrate the reader.
(b) To appear intelligent.
(c) To confuse the reader.
(d) To build suspense.

2. Interpretation is important in language because it can affect ______________.
(a) Its prestige.
(b) The meaning of a text.
(c) Who wrote the text.
(d) Who will buy the text.

3. According to Chapter 6, what is the result of a great narrative?
(a) Encouraging spirituality.
(b) Creating empathy.
(c) Making money.
(d) Opening the mind.

4. According to theorists, how many people are required to obtain multiple interpretations of a text?
(a) Ten.
(b) Three.
(c) Two.
(d) One.

5. The way the plot is presented is referred to as the ________.
(a) Denouement.
(b) Grand finale.
(c) Discourse.
(d) Revelation.

Short Answer Questions

1. According to Chapter 4, what effect should the words have on the reader?

2. By creating a vague story or lead character In literature, Culler suggests that the author hopes to achieve what response from the reader?

3. Literature, according to Culler, has the ability to do what for ideology?

4. In Chapter 2, what does fiction aim to achieve?

5. What literary approach begins a work with no preconceived ideas in an effort to discover its meaning?

(see the answer key)

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